1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude 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 88 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 691 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude. 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Prelude | Milan |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |