2007 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Protege |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
