1997 Mercury Mountaineer 4WD vs 1997 Mercury Sable
| EPA figure | 1997 Mercury Mountaineer 4WD | 1997 Mercury Sable |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body · drive | Special purpose · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Gas | Midsize · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 14 | 20 |
| City / highway MPG | 12 / 17 | 17 / 26 |
| Fuel a year | $4,800 | $3,350 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 635 | 444 |
| Engine | 5.0 L 8-cyl | 3.0 L 6-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd | Automatic 4-spd |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.