2007 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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 A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |