2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 94 kg more than 2011 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jaguar S-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | S-Type | Milan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |