2006 Mercury Milan vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 623 kg more than 2006 Mercury Milan. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (617 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Milan | GL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 617 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 2455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |