1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 790 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 145 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
