2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Milan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Milan would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 292 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Milan. 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 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercury Milan has manual transmission. 2008 Mercury Milan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Milan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
