2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
