2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 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 70 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 816 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505. 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 1989 Peugeot 505. 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 (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Milan | 505 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
