1996 Mazda MPV 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 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (146 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 207 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MPV | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | MPV | Sable |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
