2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Spider | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
