2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | GTV | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 169 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |