1994 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
