2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sable | SS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
