2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Mazda B2500 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 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 B2500 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A6 | B2500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |