2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Xsara | Milan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |