2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi RS6 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Audi Mazda
Model RS6 MX-5 Miata
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 50 L


 

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