1996 Lexus ES vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 302 kg more than 1996 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lexus ES | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | ES | Milan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |