2009 Mercury Milan vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Mercury Milan.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Milan | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Milan | Multivan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |