2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 836 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Seicento | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Seicento | Mariner |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |