2003 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2003 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A6 (300 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
