2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (200 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 169 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. 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, 2004 Mercury Sable (271 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (204 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
