2004 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner 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, 2004 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A6 | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |