2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 701 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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 Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | GTV | Milan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |