2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 292 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Blackhawk | Milan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2730 mm |