2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 12 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 514 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i10 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i10 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 | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Sable | i10 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |