2005 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 6 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, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Villager |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1784 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |