2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A3 | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |