2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 481 kg more than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | PT Cruiser | Milan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2147 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |