2006 Mercury Milan vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 367 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Megane. 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Milan | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
