2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (238 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 302 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 166 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 289 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 85 L |