1997 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
