2003 Chrysler LHS vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Chrysler LHS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 119 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Chrysler LHS (333 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler LHS | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | LHS | Sable |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
