1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Palio | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 85 L |