2002 Mercury Sable vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Sable | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sable | Lancer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |