1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 13 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, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2012 Audi TT 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 | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Sable | TT |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |