2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 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 2,500 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 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 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 | 225 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
