2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Milan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Milan would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Milan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
