2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1996 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Tiara 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 101 more horse power than 1996 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1996 Proton Tiara. 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 1996 Proton Tiara. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 1996 Proton Tiara | |
Make | Mercury | Proton |
Model | Milan | Tiara |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |