2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 432 kg more than 1999 Volvo C70.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo C70. 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, 1999 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Milan | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |