2000 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
