2006 Kia Magentis vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 Kia Magentis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Magentis weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Mercury Sable.
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, 2006 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Magentis | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Magentis | Sable |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |