2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy 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 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 277 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy. 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 Ford Galaxy. 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Galaxy | Milan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |