1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2001 Saturn L
To start off, 2001 Saturn L 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 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 18 more horse power than 2001 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Saturn L. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 2001 Saturn L | |
Make | Mercury | Saturn |
Model | Sable | L |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |