2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 716 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |