2008 Mercury Milan vs. 2004 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 2008 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. 2004 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercury Milan has manual transmission. 2008 Mercury Milan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Milan | 2004 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Mercury | Daewoo |
| Model | Milan | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
