2009 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
