2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 617 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu YRV 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 Daihatsu YRV | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | YRV | Sable |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
