2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 156 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 965 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.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Punto | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 85 L |
