2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |