2006 Mercury Milan vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata E 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Tata E. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 646 kg more than 2005 Tata E. 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 Tata E. 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 2005 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 2005 Tata E | |
| Make | Mercury | Tata |
| Model | Milan | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
