2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Milan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Milan would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 22 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Alpina | Mercury |
Model | B5 | Milan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |