2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi RS4 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | RS4 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |