2009 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 237 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1777 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |