2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6. 2004 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 94 mm |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |