1996 Fiat Legram vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Legram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Legram 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 1996 Fiat Legram. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Legram.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Legram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Legram. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Legram. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Legram has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Legram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Legram | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Legram | Sable |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |