2002 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 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 (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A8 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |