2004 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 186 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (278 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Milan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1784 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |