2011 Lexus RX vs. 2011 Mercury Milan

To start off, both 2011 Lexus RX and 2011 Mercury Milan were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus RX (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus RX weights approximately 524 kg more than 2011 Mercury Milan. 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.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Lexus RX 2011 Mercury Milan
Make Lexus Mercury
Model RX Milan
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type CVT Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2050 kg 1526 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4801 mm
Vehicle Width 1885 mm 1834 mm
Vehicle Height 1684 mm 1445 mm
Wheelbase Size 2741 mm 2728 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 66 L


 

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