2002 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. 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, 2002 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A8 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |