2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 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 112 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 257 kg more than 2000 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna 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 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Sable | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |