2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 114 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac CTS 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 2002 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | CTS | Sable |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 296 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |