1993 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 276 kg more than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1993 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1993 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Cherokee | Milan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3959 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
