1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 385 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
Because 1998 Panoz AIV 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 1998 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1998 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1998 Panoz AIV 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 | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Mercury | Panoz |
| Model | Sable | AIV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
