2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (236 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (450 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Q5 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
