2006 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (152 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner 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 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |