2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 128 kg more than 2011 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mustang | Milan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |