2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra 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 45 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 642 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Milan | Calibra |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |