2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 297 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | C | Milan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
