1994 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | AX | Milan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
