2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 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 72 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 592 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. 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 1994 Rover 400. 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 (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Milan | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
