1999 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 749 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
