2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercury Milan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercury Milan would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 704 kg more than 2010 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | S | Milan |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 536 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 799 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |