2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aspire 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 90 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aspire. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 583 kg more than 1996 Ford Aspire. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Sable | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
