1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo 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 Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Sable | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |