2006 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Epica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Epica would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Epica. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Epica.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Epica (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Milan. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Milan. 2006 Chevrolet Epica has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercury Milan has manual transmission. 2007 Mercury Milan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Epica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Epica | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Epica | Milan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
