2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 998 kg more than 2006 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | E | Milan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
