2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 211 kg more than 2006 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Milan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |