1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 236 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Berlina | Milan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
