2009 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A8 | Mariner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |