2008 Mercury Milan vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 4 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 351 kg more than 2012 BMW 123. 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 2012 BMW 123. 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Milan | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Milan | 123 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |