2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 208 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 158 kg more than 2013 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Grand Marquis | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2912 mm |
