2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 451 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | 6 | R8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5204 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |