2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Ypsilon 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 83 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 603 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Ypsilon | Sable |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
