2007 Mercury Milan vs. 1998 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Skoda Felicia 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) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Milan weights approximately 857 kg more than 1998 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Felicia. 2007 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1998 Skoda Felicia has manual transmission. 1998 Skoda Felicia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Milan | 1998 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Milan | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
