2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 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. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Punto 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:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Punto | Sable |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 85 L |
