1998 Lotus Emme vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Emme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Emme would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 832 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Because 1998 Lotus Emme is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus Emme. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Emme has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Emme will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Emme | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Emme | Sable |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
