2003 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 58 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 2003 BMW M3 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 2003 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | M3 | Milan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |