2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2001 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 526 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Because 2001 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 2001 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Sable | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
