2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. 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 Fiat Panda (260 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner. 2010 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Panda | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
