2000 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio 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 (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Rio | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Rio | Sable |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |