1998 Chevrolet Intimidator vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 301 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (380 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Intimidator | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Intimidator | Milan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |