2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Milan (175 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 224 kg more than 2010 Mercury Milan.
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, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. 2010 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Optra | Milan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
