2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 68 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | GTV | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 206 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |