2006 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
