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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (105 HP @ 4000 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 139 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A3 | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |