2003 Chevrolet SS vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SS (430 HP) has 209 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (221 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 176 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Chevrolet SS (583 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SS | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | SS | Milan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
