1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Milan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Astro | Milan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |