2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Sable | Safrane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 38 L |