1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 2010 Audi RS6
To start off, 2010 Audi RS6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi RS6 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1996 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 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, 2010 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercury Mystique | 2010 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Mystique | RS6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 572 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
