2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 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 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Milan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | 300 | Milan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |