2004 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Audi A4 (235 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
