2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 439 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |