1993 Kia Sephia vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 529 kg more than 1993 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Sephia | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sephia | Sable |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
