1996 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S6 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
