2007 Mercury Milan vs. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Milan weights approximately 478 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan (279 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm). This means 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Milan | 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Milan | Eurovan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
