2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2004 Mazda Premacy
Make Audi Mazda
Model A6 Premacy
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 10.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 58 L