2008 Mercury Milan vs. 2011 Lexus ES
To start off, 2011 Lexus ES is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus ES (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 212 kg more than 2011 Lexus ES.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus ES. 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, 2011 Lexus ES (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Milan | 2011 Lexus ES | |
Make | Mercury | Lexus |
Model | Milan | ES |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1624 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |