2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | RX-8 | S6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
