1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 201 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Lybra | Sable |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
