2006 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer

To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 1995 Mercury Tracer
Make Audi Mercury
Model A6 Tracer
Year Released 2006 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1839 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 139 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2510 mm


 

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