2008 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A8 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |