2007 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 674 kg more than 2011 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Milan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X5 | Milan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 66 L |