2006 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 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 A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
