2004 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (274 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
