1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 294 kg more than 1986 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Milan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
