2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 482 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Milan | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |