2008 Maybach 62 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 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (158 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2009 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Maybach 62 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 2008 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 744 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan. 2008 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercury Milan has manual transmission. 2009 Mercury Milan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maybach 62 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercury |
| Model | 62 | Milan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 66 L |
