2001 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Because 2001 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XK | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XK | Milan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |