2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 7 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 296 kg more than 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Mountaineer | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
