2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable 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 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (201 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 280 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.
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, 2005 Mercury Sable (281 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable 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 Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Doblo | Sable |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
