2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 785 kg more than 2000 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Palio | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Palio | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |