2008 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3101 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |