2007 Mercury Milan vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
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 Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Milan.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Milan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Milan. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Milan | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |