2002 Mercury Sable vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable 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 93 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (178 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Sable | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Sable | Alto |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |