2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (185 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 401 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.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 166 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 85 L |
