2007 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 423 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |