1999 Audi A2 vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A2 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 987 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
Because 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A2. (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A2 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
