2006 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 124 kg more than 2011 Mercury Milan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Milan. 2011 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Renault | Mercury |
| Model | Megane | Milan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
