1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 145 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 85 L |
