2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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, 2011 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra. 2011 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Opel | Mercury |
Model | Vectra | Milan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |