1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1223 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Sable | Silverado |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 136 L |