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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 15 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Mazda 6 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, 2006 Mazda 6 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 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 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 | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |