2000 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A8 | Montego |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |