2002 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1924 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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 R8 (698 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (302 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi R8 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | R8 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 610 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 698 Nm | 302 Nm |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |