2003 Mercury Sable vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 117 kg more than 2007 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Megane 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 Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
