2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer

To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster 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 Alpina Roadster (296 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 522 kg more than 2006 Alpina Roadster.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alpina Roadster 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
Make Alpina Mercury
Model Roadster Mountaineer
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3346 cc 4015 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 210 HP
Torque 362 Nm 344 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.8 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1917 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.7 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 85 L


 

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