1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio 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 83 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 373 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Palio | Sable |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
