1985 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX 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 21 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 556 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen BX 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:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | BX | Milan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
