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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 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 | 2392 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
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 |