1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Econoline (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Econoline | Sable |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2415 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2870 mm |
