2009 Audi TT vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | TT | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |