2006 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego 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 A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |