2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (185 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan weights approximately 91 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 2011 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2011 Mercury Milan 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. 2011 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 166 | Milan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 66 L |