1996 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 12 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2008 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
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1996 Audi S6 | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | S6 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |