2000 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 5 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 88 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
