1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Cougar | A6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2912 mm |
