2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 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 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1075 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 2004 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (876 Nm) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Bentley | Mercury |
Model | Arnage | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |