1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Mystique | A6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2912 mm |
