2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Audi RS4.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Monterey. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Monterey. 2003 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | RS4 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
