2008 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5203 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |