2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (346 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Q7 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
