2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 322 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sable | Verada |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |