2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mariner | 2005 Audi A6 | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Mariner | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |