2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1996 Zagato Raptor
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Zagato Raptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Zagato Raptor would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Zagato Raptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Zagato Raptor (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 575 kg more than 1996 Zagato Raptor.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1996 Zagato Raptor (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Zagato Raptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1996 Zagato Raptor has manual transmission. 1996 Zagato Raptor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 1996 Zagato Raptor | |
| Make | Mercury | Zagato |
| Model | Sable | Raptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
