2006 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50

To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.

Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, both vehicles can yield 330 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2006 Audi A4 2011 Mazda BT-50
Make Audi Mazda
Model A4 BT-50
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 247 km/hour 158 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 12.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1512 kg 1866 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L