1999 Holden Astra vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 1999 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Astra | Sable |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
