2005 Alfa Romeo 159 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 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 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 159 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 159 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 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 | 322 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |