2009 Mercury Milan vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
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, 2005 Volvo S80 (285 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan. 2005 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercury Milan has manual transmission. 2009 Mercury Milan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Milan | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Milan | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
