2006 Mercury Milan vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 6 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 547 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Milan | Nubira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |