2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira 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 159 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 621 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira. 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 (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Zafira 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 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 58 L |
