2001 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2010 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercury Milan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 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, 2001 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Milan. 2001 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercury Milan has manual transmission. 2010 Mercury Milan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Milan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
