2003 Mercury Sable vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 565 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Sable | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
