2000 Mercury Sable vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra 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 79 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra 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 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Sable | Vectra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |