2002 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Acura TSX
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 9 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, 2011 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TSX weights approximately 9 kg more than 2002 Mercury Sable. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Sable | 2011 Acura TSX | |
Make | Mercury | Acura |
Model | Sable | TSX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4714 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |