2001 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 575 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Spider | Montego |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1773 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |