1989 Audi V8 vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Audi V8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi V8 | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | V8 | Monterey |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |