2004 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 123 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
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, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Villager |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |