2001 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan weights approximately 121 kg more than 2001 BMW 325.
Because 2001 BMW 325 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 2001 BMW 325. 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, 2001 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Milan. 2011 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 325 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:
2001 BMW 325 | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 325 | Milan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |