2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna 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 72 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (188 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 278 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Sable | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 66 L |