2004 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Ypsilon | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Ypsilon | Sable |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 78 L |
