2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 292 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Viper | Sable |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
