2004 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
