2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | C | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |