2009 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 890 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Villager |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |