2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 10 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Genesis (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 190 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.
Because 2010 Hyundai Genesis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Hyundai Genesis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Hyundai Genesis (358 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 2010 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Sable | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
