2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 172 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Meriva 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 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
