2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Palio and 2004 Mercury Sable were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (200 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 599 kg more than 2004 Fiat Palio. 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, 2004 Mercury Sable (271 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Palio | Sable |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
