2000 Mercury Sable vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 590 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Morgan Plus 4 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 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1998 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1998 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Morgan |
| Model | Sable | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
