1997 Fiat Coupe vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 333 kg more than 1997 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Coupe | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Coupe | Sable |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
