2008 Mercury Milan vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Milan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Milan would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Milan | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Milan | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |