2004 Lincoln LS vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 219 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln LS 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 LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable, 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 LS (388 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln LS | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | LS | Sable |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
