1996 Audi RS2 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 414 kg more than 1996 Audi RS2.
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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | RS2 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
