2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 269 kg more than 2006 Fiat Doblo. 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 Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Doblo | Sable |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
