2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
