1997 Citroen AX vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen AX 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 (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1257 kg more than 1997 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | AX | Milan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
