2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Ulysse | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
