2011 Mercury Milan vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercury Milan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercury Milan would be higher. Both 2011 Mercury Milan and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan weights approximately 291 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Mercury Milan | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Milan | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 170 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4801 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
