2003 Mercury Sable vs. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Sable 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 35 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 18 kg more than 2003 Mercury Sable.
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, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Sable. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic 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 | 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
