2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 4 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Brera | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 231 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |