2006 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
