2008 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,773 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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 A6 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Milan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
