2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (252 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 209 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Allroad. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Allroad | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
