2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 192 kg more than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Terraza. 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Terraza | Milan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 221 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |