1991 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100.
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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1991 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1991 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 100 | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 100 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |