2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 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 41 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 122 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sportage | Sable |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |