1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (222 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 695 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Scorpio | Milan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
