1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 356 kg more than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Station Wagon | Milan |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |