2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 7 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 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable. 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2007 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 | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
