2000 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.
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 A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
