2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 652 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Stilo | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |
