2003 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 670 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Avalanche | Sable |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |