2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 563 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Elise | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
