2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 945 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan 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, 2009 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Punto | Milan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 980 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 66 L |
