1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Sportut | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
