2000 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, both 2000 Audi A6 and 2000 Mazda Protege were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Audi A6 (380 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Protege |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
