2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 616 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | HR-V | Milan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |