1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 10 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 (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 236 kg more than 2009 Nissan Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Sable | Livina |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |