1994 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 15 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 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 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
