2007 BMW 323 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 1 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 46 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 338 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. 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 2007 BMW 323. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 323 | Milan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
