1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 11 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 240 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 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S5 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 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Sable | S5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |