2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 521 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Punto | Sable |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
