2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba 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 59 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 842 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba. 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 Seat Cordoba. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Milan | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |