1999 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 535 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
