1992 Maserati Ghibli 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 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 540 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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 Maserati Ghibli (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | Ghibli | Milan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
