2000 TVR Griffith 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 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan weights approximately 466 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
Because 2000 TVR Griffith 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 TVR Griffith. 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 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Milan. 2011 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 TVR Griffith | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
Make | TVR | Mercury |
Model | Griffith | Milan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 484 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2728 mm |