2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 181 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
