2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (350 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | B4000 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
