2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 346 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Sable | 306 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
