2002 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP) has 371 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1918 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | R8 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
