1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 615 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.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Sable | XC90 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |