1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan weights approximately 204 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2011 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 2011 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mondeo | Milan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |