1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 5 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Sable | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
