2006 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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 A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A8 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |