2007 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A6 | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |