1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 504 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Italdesign Nazca | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Italdesign | Mercury |
Model | Nazca | Sable |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 470 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |