1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 454 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | MX-3 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
