2002 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2002 Audi R8 and 2002 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1423 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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 R8 (698 Nm) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6. 2002 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | R8 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
