1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 715 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Alpine | Mercury |
Model | V6 | Milan |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |