1999 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
