2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 187 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (370 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Montego | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
