2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Colt 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 86 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1998 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Milan | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
