2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1990 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry 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 42 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 811 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. 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 1990 Toyota Camry. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercury Milan 1990 Toyota Camry
Make Mercury Toyota
Model Milan Camry
Year Released 2006 1990
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2278 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 212 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2016 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 55 L


 

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