2006 Audi S6 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Audi S6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 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 S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6. 2006 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi S6 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | S6 | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |