2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 778 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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 (251 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 2004 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Seicento | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |