2007 Mercury Milan vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Milan | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Milan | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
