2009 Mercury Milan vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Milan | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Milan | Espace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |