1993 Honda CRX vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 786 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1993 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | CRX | Milan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
