2006 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 6. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
