2006 Mercury Milan vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2008 Holden Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Milan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Milan 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 12 more horse power than 2008 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2008 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 161 kg more than 2008 Holden Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Mercury | Holden |
Model | Milan | Captiva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |