1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 885 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 155 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1925 kg |
