2006 Mercury Milan vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 4 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Milan | 325 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |