2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 8 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2007 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | RX-8 | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |