2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner

To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 81 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo Spider 2006 Mercury Mariner
Make Alfa Romeo Mercury
Model Spider Mariner
Year Released 2003 2006
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 262 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4850 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1571 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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