1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 9 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable.
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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Sable | 407 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |