2004 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 446 kg more than 2004 Audi A3.
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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A3 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 345 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |