2000 Mercury Sable vs. 1999 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Tiara 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 94 more horse power than 1999 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 730 kg more than 1999 Proton Tiara. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Tiara. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Proton Tiara has manual transmission. 1999 Proton Tiara 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 | 1999 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Sable | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
