1999 Mazda RX-Evolv vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Because 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda RX-Evolv | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | RX-Evolv | Sable |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |