2003 Mercury Sable vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 460 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercury Sable | 1993 Proton Persona | |
Make | Mercury | Proton |
Model | Sable | Persona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |