2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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 Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 2004 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Grande Punto | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
