2009 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
