2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. Both 2005 Mazda 6 and 2010 Audi A3 are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 6 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
