2003 Mercury Sable vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 122 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Sable | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
