2002 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
