2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A6 | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |