2006 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | S4 | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1777 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |