2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | 6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |