2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (201 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
