2004 Marcos TS vs. 2006 Mercury Milan

To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Marcos TS would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 850 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Marcos TS 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 2004 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Marcos TS 2006 Mercury Milan
Make Marcos Mercury
Model TS Milan
Year Released 2004 2006
Engine Size 2544 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1075 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2730 mm