2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Veracruz | Sable |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 85 L |