2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Milan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Milan would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 306 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 159 | Milan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |