1994 Mazda Midge vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge 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 140 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 817 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. 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 1994 Mazda Midge. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1994 Mazda Midge has manual transmission. 1994 Mazda Midge 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:
| 1994 Mazda Midge | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Midge | Milan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
