2008 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (231 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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 (450 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
