2002 Holden Astra vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Holden Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Holden Astra. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Astra. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Astra | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Astra | Sable |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
