2008 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A3 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 293 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
