2006 Mercury Milan vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 391 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vectra. 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Milan | Vectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |