1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 538 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 1999 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable. 2004 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus GT 1 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Lotus | Mercury |
Model | GT 1 | Sable |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |