1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Mercury | Maserati |
Model | Sable | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |