2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,224 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 225 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 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | E | Sable |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3224 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
