2008 Mercury Milan vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Milan | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Milan | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |