1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 30 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 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Sable | Xterra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |