1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 6 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Sable | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Sable | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
