2008 Mercury Milan vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Mercury Milan and 2008 Renault Megane 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 451 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane. 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 Renault Megane. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Milan | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Milan | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |