2006 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
