2007 Mazda CX-9 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 CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda CX-9. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | CX-9 | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |