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 109 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 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. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 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 | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |