2001 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 154 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
