1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 512 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 626. 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 626 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 626 | Milan |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |