1996 Audi S6 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 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 174 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S6 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 12.3 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 | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
