2003 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2007 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Milan. 2007 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X5 | Milan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 66 L |