2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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 86 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (178 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Sable | Baleno |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |