2002 Honda Saber vs. 2004 Lincoln Mark X
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Mark X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Saber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Saber would be higher. At 3,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Mark X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Honda Saber. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Saber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 435 kg more than 2002 Honda Saber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Mark X 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 2004 Lincoln Mark X. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber, 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, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Saber. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Mark X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Saber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Saber | 2004 Lincoln Mark X | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Saber | Mark X |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2649 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
