1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. 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 (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Sable | SX4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1544 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |