1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Mercury Sable were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 153 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 145 | Sable |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |