2002 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2002 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A6 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 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 | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |