1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 730 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1991 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 1991 Peugeot 106 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 Mercury Sable | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Sable | 106 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
