2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xanae is newer by 1 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 431 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. 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 (271 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xanae has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xanae 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:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xanae | Sable |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
