1996 Dodge Avenger vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Avenger 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 18 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 555 kg more than 1996 Dodge Avenger. 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, 1996 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Avenger | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Avenger | Milan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 140 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |