2003 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2003 Audi A8 and 2003 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A8 | 6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |