2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A6 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |