1999 Audi R8 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 R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8 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 R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 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 1855 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | R8 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
