2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1161 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.
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, 2008 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Punto | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |