2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Mercury Mariner were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner. 2008 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |