1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (168 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Mountaineer | Safrane |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |