2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable 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 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1991 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1991 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Sable | Toledo |
Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |