2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 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, 2000 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2000 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Palio | Mystique |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |