2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna.
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, 2004 Renault Laguna (280 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
