2006 Mercury Milan vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 527 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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 (213 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (152 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Milan | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |