2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Mazda 6

To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 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 2006 Mazda 6
Make Audi Mazda
Model A6 6
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2392 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 218 km/hour 191 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 11 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L