2005 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus RX would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan. 2005 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercury Milan has manual transmission. 2008 Mercury Milan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus RX | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | RX | Milan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1832 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
