2006 Mercury Milan vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 342 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Milan | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |