2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Sebring 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, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 111 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (279 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Sebring | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Sebring | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |