2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 9 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Sable | 2009 Renault Clio | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Sable | Clio |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |