1999 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Sable |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |