1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (142 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 318 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable 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 Sable | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 145 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
