2006 Mercury Milan vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn LW 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 618 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW. 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 Saturn LW. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 2005 Saturn LW | |
Make | Mercury | Saturn |
Model | Milan | LW |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |