2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 7 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP) has 315 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 326 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Mountaineer | R8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 525 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 530 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |