2008 Mercury Milan vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Alhambra 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 108 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Seat Alhambra. 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 2007 Seat Alhambra. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Milan | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Milan | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
