1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan 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, 2009 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 166 | Milan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |