2006 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
