2009 Mercury Milan vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 (222 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 945 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Milan | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Milan | Vitz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |