2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | RS4 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
