1999 Acura SLX vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura SLX would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (221 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 257 kg more than 1999 Acura SLX.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura SLX. 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, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | SLX | Milan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2730 mm |
