1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Sable | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4689 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1529 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |