1995 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 540 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Alfa Romeo Spider 2009 Mercury Mariner
Make Alfa Romeo Mercury
Model Spider Mariner
Year Released 1995 2009
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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