1996 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 487 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Cobra | Sable |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
