2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 832 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
