2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Sable | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mercury | Tata |
Model | Sable | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |