1991 Audi S2 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 S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 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 7 more horse power than 1991 Audi S2. (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 310 kg more than 1991 Audi S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S2 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
