2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 146 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.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mariner | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Mariner | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 211 HP |
Torque | 262 Nm | 349 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |