2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 158 kg more than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (246 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Sable |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
