2000 Lexus GS vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 116 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus GS. 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, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus GS | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | GS | Milan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |