2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2004 Mazda MX
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2004 Mazda MX | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | RS6 | MX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
