2006 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 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 206 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
