2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 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 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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 A4 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2964 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |