2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 6 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
