2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Milan (175 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Mercury Milan (233 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (145 Nm). This means 2011 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 6 | Milan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
