2009 Mercury Milan vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercury Milan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercury Milan 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 22 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 465 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. 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, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Milan | 2012 Audi A3 | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Milan | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |