2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 507 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 147 | Milan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
