2005 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
