2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable.
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 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Azera | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Azera | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3799 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |