1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 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 (382 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Dardo | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
