2005 Lexus LX vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Lexus LX is newer by 6 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LX weights approximately 920 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.
Because 2005 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus LX | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | LX | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |