1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Seicento | Milan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |