2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Mountaineer | A5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 67 L |