1999 Ford Telstar 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 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 296 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
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, 2005 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Telstar 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 Ford Telstar | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Telstar | Sable |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
