1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 531 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Punto | Mariner |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |