1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (222 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 685 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Because 1998 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S2000 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:
| 1998 Honda S2000 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | S2000 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
