2002 Lada Samara II 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 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Samara II 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 93 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 862 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II. 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 Lada Samara II. 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lada Samara II | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Lada | Mercury |
Model | Samara II | Milan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |