2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 437 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
