2005 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |