2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 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 158 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 400. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 400 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 | 1997 Rover 400 | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Sable | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |