2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 925 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Punto | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |