2007 Mercury Milan vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 121 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Milan weights approximately 539 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (278 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Milan | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Milan | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |