1995 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1995 Audi A6. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A6 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A6 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |