2007 Mercury Milan vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Milan weights approximately 642 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Milan | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Milan | Calibra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |