1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 419 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Camaro | Milan |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |