2006 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (271 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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 A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4179 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
