2003 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Mazda RX-8

To start off, both 2003 Audi A6 and 2003 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2003 Mazda RX-8.

Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda RX-8.

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