2003 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Esprit (240 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 208 kg more than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Lotus | Mercury |
Model | Esprit | Sable |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 251 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |