Drab Green vs Sap Green Hue

How close are they?

ΔE 14.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Sap Green Hue is noticeably darker than Drab Green.

Can I use Sap Green Hue instead of Drab Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Sap Green Hue is noticeably darker than Drab Green.

Can I use Drab Green instead of Sap Green Hue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Drab Green is noticeably lighter.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.