2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Mercury Monterey were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 582 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A3 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |