1997 Kia Capital vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 263 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital. 2004 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Capital | Sable |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
