2007 Mercury Milan vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercury Milan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercury Milan would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Milan.
Because 2012 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Milan. (203 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Milan. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercury Milan has manual transmission. 2007 Mercury Milan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Milan | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Mercury | Jaguar |
Model | Milan | XJ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |