1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1994 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Camry. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 Toyota Camry. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Camry. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Camry. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Camry 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 | 1994 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Sable | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |
