2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 636 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Audi A4 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner. 2006 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |