1998 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 357 kg more than 1998 Lexus SC.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus SC | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | SC | Milan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |