2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 389 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Megane 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 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
