2008 Mercury Milan vs. 2008 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2008 Mercury Milan and 2008 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 307. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307. 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 2008 Peugeot 307. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercury Milan 2008 Peugeot 307
Make Mercury Peugeot
Model Milan 307
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1585 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 108 HP
Torque 278 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1836 kg 1532 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 60 L


 

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