2000 Mercury Sable vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 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 64 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Sable | 406 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
