2008 Mercury Milan vs. 2002 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 927 kg more than 2002 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Milan | 2002 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Milan | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |