1998 Mercury Tracer 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 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Tracer 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 112 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 785 kg more than 1998 Mercury Tracer. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Tracer | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Tracer | Milan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
