1997 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 673 kg more than 1997 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Punto | Sable |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
