2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 6 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2914 mm |
