2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Vauxhall Carlton 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 46 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 781 kg more than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 1991 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
Model | Milan | Carlton |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |