2006 Mercury Milan vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 546 kg more than 2004 BMW 320.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Milan | 320 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |