2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Sable | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Sable | Matrix |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |