2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1987 Subaru XT
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Subaru XT. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 405 kg more than 1987 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Subaru XT 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1987 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Sable | XT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
