2006 Mercury Montego vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 502 kg more than 2004 Audi S3.
Because 2004 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 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 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 2004 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Montego | S3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
