2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
