2006 Mercury Milan vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac G6 (200 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 278 kg more than 2005 Pontiac G6.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac G6. 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, 2005 Pontiac G6 (285 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Milan | G6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
