2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 4 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (135 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 150 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 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 6 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
