1999 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
