1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Nuvola | Mariner |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |