2007 Mercury Milan vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC.
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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC. 1998 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercury Milan has manual transmission. 2007 Mercury Milan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Milan | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Mercury | Saturn |
| Model | Milan | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
