2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | GT | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |