2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 8 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. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 6 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2808 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
