2005 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
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 A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |