2005 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2000 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Villager |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |