1998 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (271 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 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 | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |