2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable 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 64 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Sable | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |
