1996 Mazda 626 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 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 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 133 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 720 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 626 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 626 | Milan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |