1996 Holden Nova vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 767 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Nova | Milan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
