1997 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 532 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Spider | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 186 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |