2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Mazda B3000 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda B3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | B3000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |