1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (319 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Sable | Quest |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |