2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1993 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 395 kg more than 1993 Porsche 928.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Sable | 1993 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Sable | 928 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |