1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner 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. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 237 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 145 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
