2000 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (217 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 456 kg more than 2000 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
