2009 Mercury Milan vs. 2003 MG ZR
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG ZR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG ZR would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 158 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 805 kg more than 2003 MG ZR.
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, 2003 MG ZR (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Milan | 2003 MG ZR | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Milan | ZR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
