1999 Eagle Talon vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 151 kg more than 1999 Eagle Talon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 1999 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Eagle Talon | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Eagle | Mercury |
Model | Talon | Sable |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |