1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 3,274 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 405 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. 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, 2002 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. 2002 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 164 | Villager |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
