1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 52 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Sable | Maxima |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |