1992 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi 100 (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (222 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan.
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, 1992 Audi 100 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1992 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1992 Audi 100 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:
| 1992 Audi 100 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
