1996 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 517 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Caprice | Sable |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
