2009 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 972 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 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |