2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A6 | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |