2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 12 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 45 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 386 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Sable | Versa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4455 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 41 L |