1998 Ford Libre vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Libre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Libre would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Ford Libre. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Libre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Milan weights approximately 534 kg more than 1998 Ford Libre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Libre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Libre. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Libre. 2007 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Libre has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Libre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Libre | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Libre | Milan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1832 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |