2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 465 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Sable | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
