2000 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 10 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A8 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2888 mm |
