2009 Mercury Milan vs. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 795 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Milan | 2000 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Milan | Quantum |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |