1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 21 kg more than 1970 Mercury Marauder.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Marauder | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Marauder | Milan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
