2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 635 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 147 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
