2009 Acura TL vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable.
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, 1999 Mercury Sable (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | TL | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |