1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 781 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 156 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |