2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (168 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 43 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
