2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2004 Mercury Sable and 2004 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 126 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 394 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Sable | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Sable | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 101 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |