1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (222 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 745 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Alpine V6 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 1989 Alpine V6. 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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1989 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1989 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercury |
| Model | V6 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
