2008 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3. 2004 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A3 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
