1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 480 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Kappa | Sable |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
