2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, both 2005 Audi Allroad and 2005 Mercury Mariner were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 331 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Allroad (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner. 2005 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2005 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi Allroad | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Allroad | Mariner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |