2007 Audi S6 vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2007 Audi S6 and 2007 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2007 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S6 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S6 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
