1994 Chrysler Neon vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 816 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Neon. 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, 1994 Chrysler Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Neon | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Neon | Milan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
