2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Sable 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 71 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 378 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Getz 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 | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Sable | Getz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
