2007 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
