2001 Chrysler Viper vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler Viper 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:
| 2001 Chrysler Viper | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Viper | Milan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
