2006 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
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 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A4 | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |