1996 Hyundai Lantra 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 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra 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 41 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 403 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Lantra | Sable |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
