2002 Mercury Sable vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (187 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Sable | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Sable | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
