1991 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Monaco. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan weights approximately 145 kg more than 1991 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Monaco. (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Monaco | Milan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
