2003 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Audi A3. 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A3 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A3 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |