2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2001 Renault Talisman
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Talisman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Talisman would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Renault Talisman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP) has 186 more horse power than 2001 Renault Talisman. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Talisman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 232 kg more than 2001 Renault Talisman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Renault Talisman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Renault Talisman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Talisman. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Talisman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 2001 Renault Talisman | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Talisman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 83 L |
