2004 Lexus LX vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Lexus LX is newer by 2 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus LX (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LX weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2002 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus LX (434 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus LX | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | LX | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2538 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 85 L |