2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Mercury | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mountaineer | 146 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |