2005 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. 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, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Isuzu VehiCross | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | VehiCross | Milan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |