2004 Fiat Panda 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 Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (200 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Mariner (263 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Panda | Mariner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 263 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |