1996 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager. 2001 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Villager |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |