2000 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 9 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 36 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5. 2009 Mazda 5 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. 2009 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
