2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A7 (310 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 99 kg more than 2011 Audi A7.
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, 2011 Audi A7 (440 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Mountaineer | A7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
