1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | S-10 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
