1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 258 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Sable | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Sable | C3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
