1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 12 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 408 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Sable | Accent |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4115 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 43 L |