1991 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 257 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
