1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 885 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 155 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4250 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 |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
