2001 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 BMW 730.
Because 2001 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 730 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 730 | Milan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |