2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 209 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Milan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Freestyle | Milan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |