1996 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Marauder. (303 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, both vehicles can yield 420 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S6 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
