1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 16 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.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (281 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Corvette | Sable |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
