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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable.
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, 2012 Audi TT (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Sable | TT |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |