2005 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 573 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 6 (365 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
