2003 Mercury Sable vs. 1991 Renault Express
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 Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express 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 95 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 672 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Sable | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
