1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2001 Nissan Alpha
To start off, 2001 Nissan Alpha is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Alpha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Alpha (301 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Alpha should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Nissan Alpha.
Because 2001 Nissan Alpha 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, 2001 Nissan Alpha 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan Alpha (359 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan Alpha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Sable | 2001 Nissan Alpha | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Sable | Alpha |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
