2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 591 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993.
Because 1994 Porsche 993 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 1994 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 993 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 | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Sable | 993 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |