2007 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5203 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |