2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 166 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |
