2004 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A6 (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
