Audi A6 Quattro vs Mercury Tracer
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1999 Mercury Tracer
Overview
| Spec | Audi A6 QuattroPremium | Mercury TracerGS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | GS |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 1999 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A6 QuattroPremium | Mercury TracerGS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $58,100 | $0 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A6 QuattroPremium | Mercury TracerGS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 12.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A6 QuattroPremium | Mercury TracerGS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 261 hp (best) | 110 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft (best) | 125 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A6 QuattroPremium | Mercury TracerGS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.7 cu ft (best) | 12.8 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,102 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,101 lbs | 2,469 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 4.2 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 115.1 in (best) | 98.4 in |
| Length | 194.4 in (best) | 174.7 in |
| Width | 74.3 in (best) | 67 in |
| Height | 57.4 in (best) | 53.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A6 QuattroPremium | Mercury TracerGS |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 3 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 3 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi A6 Quattro | Mercury Tracer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $58,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GS $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium $62,600 MSRP | LS $0 MSRP |
| 3 | Premium Plus $62,800 MSRP | LS $0 MSRP |
| 4 | Premium Plus $67,300 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Prestige $73,350 MSRP | — |
Audi A6 Quattro vs Mercury Tracer FAQ
- Which is better: 2025 Audi A6 Quattro or 1999 Mercury Tracer?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Audi A6 Quattro vs 1999 Mercury Tracer on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2025 Audi A6 Quattro or 1999 Mercury Tracer?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1999 Mercury Tracer starts lower at $0.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Audi A6 Quattro or 1999 Mercury Tracer?
- The 1999 Mercury Tracer leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Audi A6 Quattro or 1999 Mercury Tracer?
- The 1999 Mercury Tracer leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
- Which has better horsepower: 2025 Audi A6 Quattro or 1999 Mercury Tracer?
- The 2025 Audi A6 Quattro leads on horsepower in this comparison (335).
- Which has better seats: 2025 Audi A6 Quattro or 1999 Mercury Tracer?
- The 2025 Audi A6 Quattro leads on seats in this comparison (5).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2025 Audi A6 Quattro or 1999 Mercury Tracer?
- The 1999 Mercury Tracer leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).