1996 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer

To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 10 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi A6 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
Make Audi Mercury
Model A6 Mountaineer
Year Released 1996 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 4013 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 149 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 344 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 84 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 85 L


 

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