2002 Mercury Sable vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 900i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 900i 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 27 more horse power than 1998 Saab 900i. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 900i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Saab 900i. 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 900i. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 900i. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1998 Saab 900i has manual transmission. 1998 Saab 900i 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 | 1998 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Sable | 900i |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
