2002 Mercury Sable vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Sable | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Sable | Terrano |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |