2002 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 180 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Sable | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Sable | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
