2009 Mercury Milan vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Saab 03-Sep.

Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 2003 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2003 Saab 03-Sep 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 2003 Saab 03-Sep
Make Mercury Saab
Model Milan 03-Sep
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1925 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 61 L


 

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