2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP) has 243 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Audi RS6.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (358 Nm). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | RS6 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
