2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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 1996 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Sable | 993 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |