2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 6 | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
