2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (254 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Mercury | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mountaineer | 155 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
