1996 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner. 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S6 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
