2000 Ford Econoline vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 493 kg more than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2000 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Econoline | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Econoline | Milan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2730 mm |
