2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 512 kg more than 2002 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Doblo | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Doblo | Milan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |