2001 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 7 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 196 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Milan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |