2009 Mercury Milan vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable 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) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 328 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. 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 2004 Mercury Sable. 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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Milan | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Milan | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |