1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SL | Sable |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |