2005 Audi S6 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S6 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 114 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Audi S6.
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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S6 | Milan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |
