1999 Lexus IS vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lexus IS 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 1999 Lexus IS. 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, 1999 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus IS | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | IS | Milan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
