1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 399 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Coupe. 2005 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Coupe | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
