2003 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 414 kg more than 2003 Audi A6.
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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A6 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |