2002 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 326 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.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan 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, 2002 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A8 | Milan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2730 mm |