1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 204 kg more than 2010 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJS 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 1992 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Milan. 2010 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1992 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1992 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XJS | Milan |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3978 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |