2007 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 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 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 5. 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
