2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 156 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |