2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Stilo 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 129 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 406 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Stilo | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |