2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 700 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Naked | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Naked | Sable |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 85 L |