2000 Mercury Sable vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 346 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Sable | XT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
