2001 Mazda Laputa vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Laputa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Laputa | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Laputa | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
