1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 268 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (260 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 146 | Sable |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |