1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, both 1999 Kia Sportage and 1999 Mercury Sable were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (182 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sportage | Sable |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 182 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |