2003 Lincoln LS vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 147 kg more than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Lincoln LS (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | LS | Milan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
