1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2001 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Aerio 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 43 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Sable | 2001 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Sable | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
