1999 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 219 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S8 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
