2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 2 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Brera | Sable |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
