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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (114 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 Mazda 6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. 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 A4 (286 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 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 | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |