2003 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (272 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Audi A8.
Because 2003 Audi A8 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, 2003 Audi A8 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (358 Nm). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A8 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 650 Nm | 358 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |