1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 1999 Mercury Sable and 1999 Subaru Legacy 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 92 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.

Because 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 1999 Subaru Legacy
Make Mercury Subaru
Model Sable Legacy
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2986 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 0 HP 154 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1602 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2640 mm


 

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