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Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercury Milan | Chevrolet Equinox | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 221 hp@6250 205 lb-ft@4800 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 112.5 in | -5.1 in |
Length | 190.2 in | 188.8 in | 1.4 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 71.4 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 69.3 in | -13.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3453 lb. | 4044 lb. | -591 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 17.0 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.9 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 55.7 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 51.1 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.2 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.1 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 55.9 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 51.4 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 40.2 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -19.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 67.1 ft3 | -51.3 ft3 |
2009 Mercury Milan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
I needed to fit 3 child car seats in the back, which it does better than my VW Passat it replaced. see full Mercury Milan review |
2009 Mercury Milan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
My head was squashed into the roof. Could not adjust seat to find a tolerable position. see full Mercury Milan review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
I felt very constrained in all movements. see full Mercury Milan review |
2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |