1999 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 357 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Retona | Sable |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
