2005 Audi S6 vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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, 2005 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S6 | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | S6 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |