2008 Mercury Milan vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2008 Mercury Milan and 2008 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 484 kg more than 2008 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Milan | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Milan | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |