2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Borrego | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
