2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (151 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | RS6 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
