2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 527 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Z4 | Milan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |