1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Punto | Sable |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 78 L |
