1999 Hyundai Pony 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 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Pony. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Pony. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Pony 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 Hyundai Pony | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Pony | Sable |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
