2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo

To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo 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 163 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 711 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo 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 (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Kangoo 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 2002 Renault Kangoo
Make Mercury Renault
Model Sable Kangoo
Year Released 2008 2002
Body Type Sedan Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 333 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2011 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 50 L


 

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