2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 287 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XJ | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XJ | Milan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |