2002 Audi A2 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A2 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A2 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
