2007 Mercury Milan vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Milan. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Milan | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Milan | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |