2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | SL | Milan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 384 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
