1994 Mercury Tracer vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 Mercury Tracer. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Tracer | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Mercury | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Tracer | 166 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |