2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 870 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 964. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 964 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 964 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 | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Sable | 964 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 73 L |