1962 Jaguar MK X vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (222 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 29 kg more than 1962 Jaguar MK X.
Because 1962 Jaguar MK X is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Jaguar MK X. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK X | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | MK X | Milan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
