2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 21 kg more than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Milan | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
