2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 266 kg more than 2004 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Doblo | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
