2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (130 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A6 | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |