2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
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 Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 151 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Zafira 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 | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
