1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 570 kg more than 2011 Mercury Milan.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Milan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Ram | Milan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2728 mm |