2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 30 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Tribute | Sable |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
