2007 Audi TT vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 8 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, 2007 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Audi TT.
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, 2007 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2007 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | TT | Sable |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
