2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 973 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Caterham | Mercury |
| Model | 21 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
