2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 1987 Audi 4000
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 4000.
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 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 1987 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Mariner | 4000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
