2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2010 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2010 Renault Koleos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Koleos weights approximately 62 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Because 2010 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable. 2004 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2010 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |
